07/16/2025
Virginia SUN Bucks
Virginia SUN Bucks helps eligible families with the cost of groceries during summer break when most schools are not in session. In 2025, each school-age child that meets the program requirements receives a one-time payment of $120. Benefits will be issued either on a family's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card or a pre-loaded Virginia SUN Bucks card that looks like a debit card.
The Virginia SUN Bucks benefit can be used to purchase groceries like fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains, dairy and meat at grocery stores, farmers markets and other places that accept SNAP EBT benefits.
The good news is many families automatically qualify for Virginia SUN Bucks and will not need to apply to receive this benefit. If your family receives SNAP or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits or your child receives meals through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), your child automatically qualifies for SUN Bucks. Most children who receive income-based Medical Assistance are also automatically eligible for SUN Bucks because their income is under the eligible income level.
If you are unsure if your child is eligible, click on the Apply card below to find the Virginia SUN Bucks application. Follow the instructions to complete it and mail it to the Virginia Department of Social Services. Virginia SUN Bucks 2025 will issue benefits on a rolling basis beginning in mid-July to qualifying children.
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